A Visionary Approach: The First Induction Video For Russells Hall’S Ophthalmology Team

For doctors in training, adapting to new environments is vital, particularly within the UK Foundation Programme, where rotations occur every 3–6 months. Effective orientation is key to seamless integration and maintaining high standards of patient care. This is especially crucial in Ophthalmology, a highly specialised field. This study evaluated the impact of a new orientation video on doctors’ and staff members’ confidence when starting work in the Ophthalmology department at Russells Hall Hospital.

This study took place in the Ophthalmology department at Russells Hall Hospital, West Midlands, UK. Participants included clinical staff and doctors currently working in the department of varying levels of experience.

A professionally produced video showcased the department layout, team roles, and available services. Participants, including doctors and staff, underwent a three-step process: completing a pre-intervention survey, watching the video, and taking a post-intervention survey. Quantitative data measured confidence in areas addressed by the video, while qualitative feedback captured insights on engagement and practicality.

Thirteen participants completed all surveys. After watching the video, 77% felt more prepared to begin working in the Ophthalmology department, while 95% agreed that an induction video would have been a valuable resource before starting. Feedback praised the videos “high-definition footage” and “excellent audio quality” with suggestions to include additional information about the day to day running and theatre setup. Confidence scores improved across all areas. Most significant gains seen in awareness of services and procedures (36.5%), understanding of the injection clinic area (45.4%), and familiarity with the laser room setup (26.4%).

This study demonstrates that a well-designed induction video is not just a supplement but a powerful enhancement to traditional orientation methods. Incorporating this feedback into future iterations of the video could help address specific departmental needs and further boost its utility. Longitudinal follow-up would be useful to evaluate whether increased confidence translates into improved clinical performance and patient outcomes.